Does qui tam apply for things like waste of materials, milking overtime, and three-day weekends? Or just for actual theft?

I doubt it. You would need to show how the federal government is being over billed or presented with false claims for payment. Just because an...

Background Checks for Volunteer or Independent Contractors for a non-profit

You are not required to perform background checks on volunteers or contractors. However, if you are putting these people in contact with the...

It is very unlikely that you could successfully appeal your conviction and if you could, the cost to do so would exceed what you are trying to...

Do I have any legal leg to stand on if the bank gives out my private information?

You should complaint to the bank manager and if their response isn't sufficient to make you feel better, you may want to change banks. No, you...

Generally your time period to file a 1983 (civil rights violation) case in Colorado is 2 years. Your deadline to file a CGIA notice to pursue...

Does my fiance have to pay child support if hes on the birth certificate but the kid is not his biological son

Despite the DNA result, your fiance can argue that being on the birth certificate and taking the child into his home as his natural son gives him...

Can you help to find a lawyer that would take a case on a contingency or pro bono?

You won't find anyone who will help you pursue collection of a debt on a charity basis. Pro bono is simply a fancy word for charity. If your...

Would it be okay if I didn't pay my last months rent payment?

You're asking for another horrible experience. The purpose of your security deposit is not to allow you to skip rent. If you decide not to pay...

Is my lease still standing if my landlord didn't sign it?

Your lease is valid if YOU signed it. A written contract need only be signed by the person to be charged. You will be breaking the lease if you...

Can a judge give legal advice to a witness on the stand well the are being cross examined by claimants lawyer

A judge who believes that a witness is about to testify to things that could result in their criminal prosecution will often give a 5th Amendment...